Do you want to work for a company where you can see and feel the results of your efforts?
The HEADstrong Foundation is seeking a full-time Director of Development to join our team to advance our mission of improving lives affected by cancer.
The Director of Development is responsible for leading and executing the HEADstrong Foundation’s development strategy to support its mission of improving the lives of cancer patients and their families. This role will focus on major gifts, corporate partnerships, donor stewardship, and fundraising events. The Director of Development will work closely with the Executive Director, board members, and key stakeholders to drive revenue growth and expand the foundation’s donor base. This position is based in Delaware County. Responsibilities include:
- Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Growth
- Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support organizational goals.
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
- Donor Cultivation & Stewardship
- Build and maintain relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners.
- Develop donor recognition and engagement programs to enhance retention and loyalty.
- Collaborate with marketing on donor communication efforts, including impact reports, newsletters, and updates.
- Corporate & Community Partnerships
- Identify and secure corporate sponsorships for events and programs.
- Develop cause-marketing initiatives and workplace-giving campaigns with business partners.
- Engage community groups and associations to increase awareness and support.
- Misc.
- Research and apply for grant opportunities aligned with HEADstrong’s mission.
- Legacy planning
- Capital campaigns
